Teen and young adult workers (ages 15-24) are up to 2.3 times more likely to be injured at work than older employees — a risk that resulted in 419 deaths and more than 26,000 emergency room visits in the U.S. in 2022. These tips address one of the most important influences on keeping young employees safe: their supervisors.
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Supervising teen workers is an important responsibility. Giving them the right tools and training can make a big difference in keeping them safe on the job. DWC offers free resources to help employers protect young workers and prevent injuries:
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Teen Construction Safety - Take 5 for Safety. Quick and effective tips for keeping teens safe on construction sites.(English / Spanish).
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Teen Workplace Safety Training Program. Training tips to teach young workers about hazard recognition and safe practices. (English/ Spanish).
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Teens Working in Food Service Safety Training Program. Designed to help prevent common injuries like burns, cuts, and slips in food service environments. (English/ Spanish).
For more workplace safety resources, training, or consultation services, visit www.txsafetyatwork.com or call 800-252-7031, option 2.
A safer workplace means fewer accidents, lower costs, and better productivity. DWC offers FREE OSHA 10-Hour Construction classes in English and Spanish for Texas residents or employees currently working in Texas. These in-person classes, taught by OSHA-authorized instructors, provide training on OSHA standards, safety awareness, and hazard reduction in the construction industry. Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will receive an OSHA 10-Hour Construction class completion card, typically issued within six to eight weeks.
Key details:
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Eligibility: Texas residents or employees working in Texas.
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Languages offered: English and Spanish. (Students must understand and communicate in the language of the course.)
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Format: Two-day in-person classes.
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Registration: Free. Advanced registration is required due to limited seating. Participants must show a photo ID.
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Contact information: Email safetytraining@tdi.texas.gov or call 512-804-4610 for more details.
Upcoming classes
June 2025
July 2025
August 2025
Why attend?
For workers, it’s about staying safe and protecting your health. For employers, it’s about reducing risks, cutting costs, and showing you care about your team. A trained workforce is a safer workforce—and that benefits everyone.
Register today!
Boost your workplace safety and OSHA compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Consultation (OSHCON) Program. Our free, confidential service offers expert consultations and resources to help Texas businesses create safer workplaces.
What OSHCON offers:
- On-site safety inspections.
- Hazard identification and evaluation.
- Assistance with OSHA standards compliance.
- Industrial hygiene services, such as noise monitoring and air sampling.
- Hands-on safety training.
- Safety program development.
Our professional consultants are here to support you, whether you need in-person jobsite visits or virtual assistance.
Benefits:
- Prevent work-related injuries and illnesses.
- Reduce workers' compensation costs.
- Demonstrate commitment to employee safety.
- Protect company assets.
Contact OSHCON today:
Schedule your free consultation now and take the first step towards a safer workplace!
Join us September 29-30 in San Marcos for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference: Decoding Comp. This year we explore some of the more complex aspects of workers' compensation. Registration is $550 on or before August 15 and $600 after that date.
Get the latest on:
- Managing workers' compensation outcomes using data analytics.
- Concussion, brain injury, and mental disorders.
- The role of artificial intelligence in workers' compensation.
- Ethics of confidentiality.
- Workplace violence preparedness.
- And more!
Visit our conference webpage to learn more.
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